"The day of surgery was the GREATEST experience ever thanks to all the girls in the surgery center AND Dr. Gordon! I walked out in less than an hour and I could SEE! ... Thank you Dr. Gordon!!! You rock!"

Sandra Dickerman

“Thank you so very much for changing the way I see the world, literally. You put your patients at ease, you explain things very clearly but most importantly you have a great sense of humor. You really make eye surgery a wonderful experience.”

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Our experienced ophthalmic plastic surgeon performs a range of procedures to reduce wrinkles and fine lines, smooth away signs of age and exhaustion, or address medical and congenital conditions affecting the eyes and eyelids.

These are just a few reasons, or watch our video and see WHY!

“When a patient walks away we want them to tell their friends about the experience they had in our practice, We want to make this a life enhancing type of experience” – Dr. Geffen

Pioneers and Leaders in Vision Correction Techniques

Our eye surgeons are recognized worldwide for their clinical expertise in the treatment of Cataracts, Laser Eye Surgery and other Vision Correction procedures. They are frequent lecturers for the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and medical consultants for leading ophthalmic corporations. Refractive surgeons from around the world visit our practice to learn advanced techniques of LASIK Surgery in San Diego including All Laser Blade Free LASIK. Meet the eye doctors of Gordon Schanzlin New Vision Institute, world class LASIK and Cataracts Surgeons Dr. Michael Gordon, Dr. David Schanzlin, Dr. Alison Gordon and Dr. Steven Schallhorn, and Optometrists specializing in Refractive Surgery pre- and post-operative care, Dr. David Geffen and Dr. Dorothy Wang.

Correcting Aging Vision

People in their 40’s experience the progressive loss of focusing ability for seeing things at arm’s length and up close. This is called Presbyopia. Gordon Schanzlin New Vision Institute offers advanced treatment options such as Progressive Multi-Focal LASIK (PML) for eliminating dependence on eyeglasses, reading glasses, and bifocals. Our ophthalmologists also offer an array of procedures to address cataracts, Dysfunctional Lens Syndrome (DLS), and other conditions associated with aging vision.

Technology

Our practice utilizes some of the most advanced technologies available to provide patients with the latest, most effective treatments. State-of-the-art laser vision correction techniques such as Custom Wavefront LASIK and All-Laser LASIK, as well as the LenSx® Femtosecond Laser for cataract surgery and procedures for Presbyopia and other common conditions are just a few of the technologies at Gordon Schanzlin New Vision Institute designed to provide precise treatment and the best possible results.

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Cosmetic Open House

February 5, 2018

Looking to refresh your look for spring? Reverse signs of aging and revitalize your skin at our next Cosmetic Open House. Find out how fillers and injectables such as Botox® can restore a youthful appearance, and learn about the benefits of seeing an oculoplastic specialist to ensure natural looking results. […]

Is it Time for Cataract Surgery?

January 31, 2018

What Are Cataracts? A cataract is a clouding of the eye’s lens. The lens refracts light to the retina and adjusts focus to help us see clearly. The lens is made partially of protein and as we age that protein can begin to cluster, which creates a cataract. Cataracts may […]

Does LASIK Cure Presbyopia?

January 22, 2018

What Is Presbyopia? At some point in our lives, we start holding newspapers, menus and cell phones at arm’s length in an effort to see small print more clearly. You may begin to notice changes in your early 40’s or you may not be troubled until your early 60’s, but […]